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Let us help guide you - by the stars!
All of these gift ideas are available online and are from women-owned Canadian small businesses. (#NotAmazon #ShopLocal) Yup, that includes Sparkplug!
Click on the STAR SIGN and see where it takes you:
♒️.Aquarius. ♓️.Pisces. ♈️.Aries. ♉.Taurus. ♊️.Gemini. ♋️.Cancer. ♌️.Leo. ♍️.Virgo. ♎️.Libra. ♏️.Scorpio. ♐️.Sagittarius. ♑️.Capricorn.
Use these as inspiration for other gift occasions, too!
April 20 - May 20
♉ Best Gifts for Taurus (Bull)
YOUR PEOPLE: Queen Elizabeth, Lizzo, Michelle Pfeiffer, David Beckham, and Adele
Grab the Bull by the horns and give the GIFT OF A COFFEE SUBSCRIPTION
Even your mailbox will smell amazing!
Each gift coffee is a Standard Sparkplug sized bag (300g - makes about 30 cups of coffee) and includes FREE standard shipping anywhere in Canada.
For a few months, up to a year, your gift will make an impact that won’t be forgotten! Every month your giftee will THANK YOU! We'll include a note with every shipment letting them know it's a gift from you.
We know Taurus enjoys relaxing in serene environments surrounded by soothing aromas, and succulent flavours. This gift is PERFECT - they don’t even have to leave their house, and they will LOVE that gorgeous fresh coffee smell - daily.
Other MAY celebrations this gift would pair perfectly with…
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY + MOTHER’S DAY!
They’ll LOVE knowing you care all-year-round….
May 21 - June 21
♊ Best Gifts for Gemini (Twins)
Playful and intellectually curious, Geminis are like a double shot of espresso, constantly buzzing with energy. Conversations with them can be like a rollercoaster ride, with twists, turns, and unexpected drops of knowledge that leave you breathless. They love variety and change their coffee preferences like lactose-intolerant hipsters chasing non-dairy options. One day it's almond milk, the next it's oat milk, and before you know it, they've moved on to coconut milk with a sprinkle of unicorn dust.
For your spontaneous and playful Gemini, we suggest a gift from DEAD QUEENS.
Gemini will love all the cheeky Royal-ness of a cool t-shirt or tea towel featuring a dead queen.
Pick from dead Zulu Queens, Infamous Bad Girl Empress Wu Zeitan, Queen’s Freddie Mercury, and, of course, a whole set of Britishy queens. In the spirit of June LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, we think Queen Freddie Mercury is a great pick!
We LOVE a #ShopLocalArtist option.
GEMINI PEOPLE: Twins Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen were born under the Twins star sign! Other Gemini celebs include Canadians Alanis Morissette and Michael Cera, Morgan Freeman, Prince, and Awkwafina.
In addition to GEMINI birthdays, this time of year is when we think about gifts for Dads & Grads
Father's Day is the 3rd Sunday in June. Get a dad something he’ll love - coffee! Go with GLOBETROTTER, our popular dark roast coffee that was named for Kara’s dad.
Convocation Season - those awesome GRADS need caffeine to fuel their job search, amirite?!
June 22 - July 22
♋ Best Gifts for Cancer (Crab)
Comfort seeking Cancerean coffee lovers can’t be crabby while enjoying COLD BREW!
YOUR PEOPLE: Meryl Streep, Ariana Grande, Elon Musk, Pamela Anderson, Tom Cruise and Tom Hanks
Give them a Reusable Cotton COLD BREW COFFEE MAKER
Our Cold Brew Coffee Filter is made in Toronto and comes with a bag of your pick of Sparkplug Coffee. Sweet!
Summer birthdays and Canada Day long weekends are awesome! And a Sparkplug Coffee DIY COLD BREW kit makes them even better!
Our HANDMADE reusable cold brew filters are made for us from 100% cotton by our neighbours in the Regent Park Sewing Circle. AND we include a 200g bag of Sparkplug Coffee plus FREE standard shipping anywhere in Canada. Your Cancer homebody friend will LOVE this DIY gift!
WEDDING SEASON AHEAD!
It’s also wedding season, this unique and useful combo could pair quite nicely with the above mentioned gift of coffee delivered for a year. Memorable, thoughtful and delicious gifts go a long way!
But wait… there’s MORE!
We also have re-useable filters for …
Pour over cone filter in #2, #4 and #6 sizes
Hario V60 style (02 or one-cup size)
Chemex filters, too!
Every one comes with your choice of a Sparkplug COFFEEE!!!!!
July 23 - August 22
♌ Best Gifts for Leo (Lion)
YOUR PEOPLE: Kylie Jenner, Elizabeth Moss, Barack Obama, and Madonna are all Leos.
Leos LOVE the limelight, but mostly you’ll be happy to let them take centre-stage because they work hard for it. The PERFECT summer picnic gift for your lovely loyal lion - BYOB - Bring Your Own Blanket.
Haversack’s Leather Blanket Rolls
Handmade by Natalie, (the person behind Haversack,) of water buffalo hide and solid brass hardware, these Blanket Rolls are listed in Haversack’s ‘Motorcycle Gear’ section of their website, but I think would work equally well on a bicycle or for taking to the park, beach or cottage.
Haversack blanket rolls are available with a blanket, or without (leather straps only). #ShopLocal #SupportWomenInBusiness
August 23 - September 22
♍ Best Gift for Virgo (Virgin)
YOUR PEOPLE: Prince Harry, Beyoncé, Keanu Reeves, Michael Jackson, and Warren Buffett are all Virgos.
Virgos are logical, practical, and systematic in their approach to life.
A Sparkplug Coffee TASTER PACK is the perfect way to heLp them find their coffee sweet-spot!
Methodical, committed, perfectionists, and hard workers, Virgos make excellent teachers, healers, editors, and musicians. Virgos love a puzzle, and like working on behind-the-scenes tasks that make life run more smoothly for everyone.
This gift is also great for #BackToSchool encouragement!
TWO different options (Classic or Super Custom) + EACH PACK INCLUDES 4 X 125G BAGS of coffee + SHIPPING IS FREE!
September 23 - October 23
♎ Best Gift for Libra (Balance)
YOUR PEOPLE: Kim Kardashian, Bruno Mars, Simon Cowell, Snoop Dogg and Gwen Stefani.
According to our VERY scientific research… Libras, like the scales that symbolize the sign, are often concerned with attaining balance, harmony, peace, and justice in the world. So we think the PERFECT gift for these autumnal babies is a treat that goes OFF-SCREEN and supports independent artists across Canada…
photoED magazine
Canada’s ONLY photography magazine!
3x/ year this is a high-quality print based publication for anyone that appreciates the art of photography. It’s not techie & aimed at camera nerds - it is pure gorgeous editorial content aimed at sharing amazing, diverse, Canadian photography stories. Send someone a subscription (and sign up for yourself, too!)
October 24 - November 21
♏ Best Gift for Scorpio (Scorpion)
YOUR PEOPLE: Julia Roberts, Whoopi Goldberg, Drake, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Katy Perry
Elusive and mysterious, your Scorpio giftee will find their bliss in Sparkplug Coffee + AEROPRESS
And, of course, when you buy an Aeropress from Sparkplug, we INCLUDE a 200g bag of coffee & free standard shipping in Canada. Sweet!
November 22 - December 21
♐ Best Gift for Sagittarius (Archer)
YOUR PEOPLE: Winston Churchill, Tina Turner, Scarlett Johansson, Lucy Liu, and Tyra Banks. Plus Sparkplug founder, Kara!
As the weather cools, foodie treats are the way to warm Sagittarian hearts.
AND - Hanukkah - The Festival of Lights starts on Sunday December 18 this year!
Your smart, assertive, and compassionate Sagittarius pals may even insist on sharing these treats with you!
We are in LOVE with the GIFTS OF GOODNESS boxes by Canadian Women In Food. Each box tells a story, and is filled with fabulous food faves and unique finds. Eight great options! AND 10% of proceeds from every box purchased supports a designated charitable partner. Check out the range and feel GREAT about sending someone you love this gift!
Gifts of Goodness from Canadian Women in Food
December 22 - January 19
♑ Best Gifts for Capricorn (Goat)
Christmas, New Year’s, Elvis’ birthday - SO much to celebrate in December - January!
YOUR PEOPLE: Martin Luther King Jr., David Bowie, Michelle Obama, Dolly Parton, Jeff Bezos, and of course, the King of Rock n’ Roll - ELVIS!
With soooo much gifting this time of year - you need something awesome that will stand out in that Instagram worthy kinda way. GET PERSONAL with custom label coffee - delivered to their door!
These custom labels were designed for dog lovers! Provide a photo, or we can offer ideas for whatever/ whoever you’re celebrating! Small businesses, weddings, fitness friends, birthdays, graduations, rock bands - or just because, we’ve done them all! Always happy to help with ideas to make your gift extra special.
January 20 - February 18
♒ Best Gifts for Aquarius (Water Bearer)
FAMOUS AQUARIANS: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. John Travolta, Neil Diamond, Elijah Wood, Tom Selleck, and my brother Jeff.
Aquarians are known to be adventurous free spirits. Give your Aquarian (or VALENTINES DAY sweetie) fabulous spice blends from The Gorgeous Spice Co.
Every meal will start with fun in the kitchen and end with amazement at the table, and life will be a little more Gorgeous!
You don’t just want to cook, you want to thrill. You need The Gorgeous Spice Company.
Don’t tell my brother, but he’s getting a gift membership to the Gorgeous Spice Club for his birthday. He’s a great cook and I know he’ll love this! Plus I’ll get to sample when I visit.
February 19 - March 20
♓ Best Gifts for Pisces (Fish)
YOUR PEOPLE: Rihanna, Sidney Poitier, Harry Belafonte, and Jon Bon Jovi
Nothing fishy about PHINS!
Your sensitive + romantic Pisces pal can feel like they are on a March Break holiday in Vietnam!
CA PHE PHIN FILTER SET (condensed milk + glass NOT included)
This handy coffee maker is all you need to ca phe like a pro! In Vietnam, these slow drip coffee filters are as ubiquitous as a moka pot in Italy.
Essentially, a type of pour over coffee maker, this 3-piece stainless steel coffee maker is all you need to make a delicious cup of coffee. Just add ground coffee and hot water - no paper filters are needed, a very eco-friendly option.
March 21 - April 19
♈ Best Gift for Aries (Ram)
YOUR PEOPLE: Elton John, Sarah Jessica Parker, Lady Gaga, Paul Rudd, and Pharrell Williams.
For the ambitious, honest and organised Aries, in your life, we suggest:
GOODUMS COOKIE MIXES
We figure there are 2 ways with this gift idea… get the GOODUMS home made gluten-free cookie mixes - for yourself and make these as a gift (you can totally take ALL the credit!) - OR put together a gorgeous - won’t break in the mail gift - COOKIES + COFFEE are always appreciated! If ya can’t get to you pal in person - go postal!
Goodums™ mixes are designed by a registered dietitian and mother, who wanted to make healthy eating and baking easy. Made with wholesome ingredients and less sugar, these cookie mixes are gluten free and plant based. Delicious AND nutritious!
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We have a great gift idea for you, too!
With all this thoughful-ness on YOUR part, we think you should kick back and treat yourself to the best coffee gift! Membership in the Autopilot Coffee Club - our pay-as-you-go, totally personalized coffee subscription.
How to join?
Pick your coffee (including our special edition features!)
Personalize your membership
We roast, blend & deliver on your scheduleYou drink & repeat!